MICHAEL TALLEY SENTENCED TO LIFE IN PRISON FORTHE MURDER OF KEITH BRIDWELL Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney, announces that today in Circuit Court action Circuit Judge John Beger sentenced Michael Talley to life imprisonment on the charge of Murder in the Second Degree for his role in the killing of Keith Bridwell in Big Piney in August. 2016. In addition, Judge Beger sentenced Mr. Talley to twenty years on the charge of Robbery in the First Degree.

Mr. Talley of Mountain Home, Arkansas, formerly from Dixon, Missouri, had pled guilty to the charges in November 2017. Another co-defendant, Lindsey Debault, has also pled guilty to Murder in the Second Degree and Burglary in the First Degree. Her sentencing is set for April 13, 2018.

“I want to commend the excellent police work by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department that went into solving this crime which resulted in this life sentence,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “Specifically I want to commend Detective Christian Butler who spent numerous hours investigating this case. I also want to recognize all of the deputies and detectives, as well as the Springfield Police Department, who worked to bring this murderer to justice. Finally I want to thank the Bridwell family for all of their cooperation and patience as this case progressed.”

This case was prosecuted by Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman.

My office often releases reports on those who have been charged with crimes, as well as those defendants who receive a sentence to the Department of Corrections. I often read comments questioning why defendants with convictions involving drug offenses receive sentences to the Department of Corrections and not treatment. The answer is usually incarceration is not taken without exhausting numerous other options, including probation, treatment, and possibly Alternative Treatment Court.

While we often focus on the folks who fail and ultimately end up with a prison sentence, there is a brighter side to the story. Just this month, six defendants who were all addicted to heroin, methamphetamine, or other drugs graduated from the Drug Court Program. Since 2010, Pulaski County has had a successful Drug Court that serves as a valuable alternative to incarceration and offers those with a serious addition problem hope. In 2012, the Court was expanded to be called Alternative Treatment Court when a Veterans Treatment Court was added.

Before we look at the statistics, who do these programs serve? In order to be eligible for Drug Court, a person must be facing felony charges or be on probation for a felony offense and have a drug addiction problem. Many times, the defendants who enter drug court have failed on a lesser form of probation and Drug Court is a last community treatment option before they go to the Department of Corrections. Veterans Treatment Court is open to any veteran with an Honorable or General Discharge and is facing either a felony or misdemeanor offense and would benefit from treatment offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of these veterans suffer from some form of addiction, either drug or alcohol, or suffer from the effects of Post-Traumatic Stress disorder and these conditions were a factor in their criminal conduct.

Both programs offer an intensive probation, enhanced supervision, and at the beginning of the program, weekly court appearances. The participants are subject to curfew checks, searches at any time, and random drug testing multiple times per week. The participants also receive intensive treatment tailored to their situation either through a Treatment Court provider or the Veterans Administration provider. The bottom line is the programs are not easy to complete, but if completed, the participant has earned their graduation through good behavior and staying drug and alcohol free.

Since 2010, there has been 33 defendants who graduated from the Drug Court program. These 33 participants, who successfully completed the program, earned 17,312 clean days while in the program, or days without use of drugs or alcohol. In addition to getting these defendants off drugs, which is the underlying cause of many crimes, it also saves taxpayers significant money. The average cost of incarceration in Missouri is $22,187 per inmate. If those 33 graduates had been sentenced to the minimum sentence of two years in the Department of Corrections instead of completing Drug Court, it would have cost the taxpayers of Missouri $1,464,342 in cost. In comparison, Drug Curt costs approximately $7000 per year per participant. Thus, the resulting savings is over $1 million dollars for these 33 defendants.

21 defendants have graduated from the Veterans Treatment Court since 2012. There are currently 8 participants in the Veterans Court program. Using average incarceration costs and minimum sentences, using Veterans Treatment Court versus incarceration results in a cost savings to the taxpayer of nearly half a million dollars.

For these reasons, I, along with my office, fully support and participate in the Alternative Treatment Court. These programs help people with addiction, prevent future crimes, save taxpayer money, and offer a valid alternative to incarceration. If you know someone who is currently involved in the criminal justice system in Pulaski County and would benefit from Alternative Treatment Court, please contact my office at 573-774-4770.

The Pulaski County Alternative Treatment Court was founded by and continues to be presided over by Judge Colin Long. In addition to Judge Long, the other members of the Alternative Treatment Court team are Circuit Clerk Rachelle Beasley, Trackers Kandi Greer and Travis Shaffer, Court Administrator Rhonda Ledbetter, Treatment Provider Fred Utley, State Probation Officer Mechelle Rendell, OCCS Probation Officer Rachel Taylor, VA Representative Danielle Easter, and Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman.

Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that the following defendants were sentenced to terms of imprisonment in the Missouri Department of Corrections in Circuit Court action over the last two months. Those offenders were:

David Hicks of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Issac Eastham of Richland. The defendant was on probation for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Receiving Stolen Property, and Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections on each charge. The Lake Area Narcotics Enforcement Group, the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and the Richland Police Department investigated these cases.

Jacquetta Richey of Crocker. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Cain Walton of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Attempted Robbery in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Christopher Brown of Dixon. The defendant was on probation for Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Amy Tyndall of Park Hills, MO. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

Jeremy Wages of Dixon. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Jordan Hurst of Dixon. The defendant was on probation for Assault in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Dixon Police Department investigated this case.

Carey Yacks of Osseo, MI. The defendant pled guilty to Endangering the Welfare of a Child in the First Degree. Judge Beger sentenced him to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Eric Green of Springfield. The defendant was on probation for Burglary in the First Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to ten years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Samuel Wester of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for Assault in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hicle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Barry Eggers of Newburg. The defendant pled guilty to Receiving Stolen Property. Judge Beger sentenced him to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Timothy Vosylius of Richland. The defendant pled guilty to Receiving Stolen Property, Resisting Arrest, and Assault in the Second Degree. Judge Beger sentenced him to four years in the Department of Corrections on each count. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and the Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated these cases.

Donald Bowling of Richland. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Holly Hefner of Richland. The defendant pled guilty to Endangering the Welfare of a Child in the First Degree. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to six years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Larry Kirkpatrick of Dixon. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Demon Culpepper of St. Louis. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Melissa Monell-Wright of Crocker. The defendant pled guilty to Forgery. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated this case.

Austin Gray of Richland. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Richland Police Department investigated this case.

Dakota Orsborn of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. Judge Beger sentenced him to two years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Shawn Hogshooter of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Dixon Police Department investigated this case.

Aaron Bahr of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Stealing. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Brandon Veasman of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to felony Non-Support of a Child. Judge Long sentenced him to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Child Support Enforcement Agency investigated this case.

Nathan Jarvis of Waynesville. The defendant pled guilty to Domestic Assault in the Third Degree. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Sean Skaggs of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Stealing. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

Brandon Veasman of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to felony Driving While Revoked as a prior and persistent offender. Judge Long sentenced him to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Dixon Police Department investigated this case.

“My office continues to work with the law enforcement professionals throughout the County to make sure we hold criminals accountable for their conduct and send them to prison when appropriate,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “We will continue those efforts into the future to keep Pulaski County a safe place to live.”

Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that in Circuit Court this week, Judge Hickle sentenced Guillermo Jose Martinez Castro (DOB: 10/1982), of St. Robert, to twenty years in the Department of Corrections. Mr. Castro pled guilty in November 2017 to one count of Child Molestation in the First Degree.

The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department began an investigation into Mr. Castro’s conduct in July 2017 after allegations of molestation arose. Mr. Castro was arrested shortly thereafter by members of the Sheriff’s Department. Mr. Castro was on active duty in the United States Army at the time of the incident. After coordination between the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department, Army Criminal Investigations Command (CID), the Fort Leonard Wood Office of the Staff Judge Advocate, the Pulaski County Prosecutor’s Office, and the victim’s family, it was agreed that the case would proceed in the Missouri state court system.

“I want to commend the work of the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department for their investigation into this matter, especially Deputy Lynn Bays and Detective Nicole Cunningham. I want to thank the victim and his/her family for all of their help and patience as the case proceeded. I also appreciate the assistance of Kids’ Harbor, Army CID, and the Fort Leonard Wood Office of the Staff Judge Advocate in this case,” said Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney. “This was truly a team effort to get a predator like this off the street and into prison where he belongs.”

The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case with assistance by the US Army Criminal Investigation Command (CID). The case was prosecuted by Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman and Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys Ken Clayton and Donna Holden.

PRESS RELEASE01/12/2018Charges Filed in Double Murder Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that he has charged Richard Romel Taylor (DOB 8/73) of Devil’s Elbow, Missouri, with two counts of Murder in the First Degree, two counts of Assault in the First Degree, and four counts of Armed Criminal Action related to the shooting incident on Houston Road on January 11, 2018 in Pulaski County.

Judge Colin Long has issued a warrant for his arrest and set it as no bond. Mr. Taylor remains at large and should be considered armed and dangerous. He is currently on probation for Federal drug charges and has a prior conviction for a murder in Cook County, Illinois in 1990.

The case number for this case is 18PU-CR00068.

If anyone has information on this case, please contact the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department at 573-774-6196.

The Prosecutor’s Office reminds everyone that these charges are merely an accusation and these individuals remain innocent until proven guilty.

Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that the following defendants were sentenced to terms of imprisonment in the Missouri Department of Corrections in Circuit Court action over the last two months. Those offenders were:

Daniel Bryant, Dexter, MO. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Burglary in the Second Degree and Receiving Stolen Property. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections on each case. The St. Robert Police Department and Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated these cases.

Blake Woolsey of St. James. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Stealing. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years on one count and four years on the second count in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department and Waynesville Police Department investigated these cases.

Derek Elam of Conway. The defendant was on probation for Endangering the Welfare of a Child in the First Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Wiggins granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Christopher Mitchell of Laquey. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Wiggins granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Carlos Phillips of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Domestic Assault in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Tyler Cristoffer of Lebanon. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections on each count. The St. Robert Police Department investigated these cases.

Anthony Brock of Rolla. The defendant was on probation for two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated these cases.

Kenneth Frazee of Rolla. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated this case.

Joseph Foege of St. Louis. The defendant was on probation for Resisting Arrest. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Marian Fiatte of Crocker. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated this case.

Dennis Zeiger of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated this case.

Timothy Colwell of Crocker. The defendant was on probation for Burglary in the First Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to ten years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Christopher Cutri of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Teddy Hutchins of Crocker. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. The defendant also pled guilty to a new offense of Domestic Assault in the Second Degree. As a result of his plea of guilty to a new offense, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections on the new case. The Crocker Police Department investigated these cases.

Matthew Boggs of Huggins, MO. The defendant pled guilty to felony Driving While Intoxicated. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Roy Hall of Crocker. The defendant was on probation for felony Driving While Revoked. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Richland Police Department investigated this case.

Jasmin Sixkiller of Springfield. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Christina Cooper of Rolla. The defendant was on probation for Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Nicole Thomas of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Tampering in the First Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Headrick granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Charles Malone of Springfield. The defendant was on probation for Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Gerald Hopkins of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Domestic Assault in the Second Degree and Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to four years on the first count and nine years on the second count. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Dalton Click of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Resisting Arrest. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Ashley Eaton of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Tampering in the First Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Marcus Lavendar of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Unlawful Use of a Weapon and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to four years on the first count and seven years on the second count in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Cory Trotter of Lebanon. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Tyler Chamberlain of Crocker. The defendant pled guilty to Receiving Stolen Property. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

David Cook of Crocker. The defendant pled guilty to Domestic Assault in the Second Degree. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case,

Cyrill Powenski of Potosi. The defendant pled guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Donna Summers of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Jeremiah Schiedel of Richland. The defendant pled guilty to Domestic Assault in the Second Degree and Unlawful Use of a Weapon. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to five years in the first count and three years on the second count in the Department of Corrections. The Richland Police Department investigated this case.

Paul Fergot of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Connie Norton of Waynesville. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute. Judge Headrick sentenced the defendant to ten years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

“I appreciate the hard work of all of our law enforcement professionals in getting these offenders off the street and into prison where they belong,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “My office will continue to work hard to hold offenders accountable to keep Pulaski County a safe place to live and raise our families.”

A recent story done by Springfield television stations KY3 and KSPR contains claims that this office did nothing to assist a victim and is responsible for the Defendant’s criminal conduct. The Prosecutor’s Office understands that the victim is going through a difficult time and her anger and frustration are understandable. Unfortunately, the story did not review the Court records to see what, if any action, the Prosecutor’s Office took in regards to this case. Below is a timeline of the events in this case:

On June 28, 2016, Mr. Huizar pled guilty to Domestic Assault in the Second Degree, was sentenced to serve seven years in the Department of Corrections, with the sentence suspended, and placed on five years probation. The victim was aware of this sentence, and requested that the no contact order that had been in place be lifted once Mr. Huizar was released from the Pulaski County Jail.

On February 28, 2017, the Prosecutor’s Office filed the first motion to revoke Mr. Huizar’s probation in this case. On March 10, 2017, the Court issued a summons ordering Mr. Huizar to appear in Court on April 6, 2017.

On April 6, 2017, the defendant appeared and requested a continuance and it was granted to May 3, 2017.

On May 3, 2017, the Defendant appeared and the Court ordered him to get a substance abuse evaluation and follow any recommendations of that evaluation.

On May 16, 2017, the Prosecutor’s Office filed its second motion to revoke the defendant’s probation.

On May 19, 2017, the Prosecutor’s Office filed its third motion to revoke the defendant’s probation.

On May 23, 2017, the Court issued a summons ordering the defendant to appear in court on June 7, 2017.

On June 7, 2017, the defendant appeared in court, and requested counsel after the Prosecutor’s Office announced that it was seeking to revoke his probation and have his sentence in prison executed. The Court reset his case to August 8, 2017 for the defendant to obtain an attorney or apply for a public defender.

On July 11, 2017, the Prosecutor’s Office filed the fourth motion to revoke the defendant’s probation.

On July 25, 2017, the Prosecutor’s Office filed new charges of Domestic Assault in the Third Degree against the defendant and requested a warrant for his arrest. A warrant was issued; the defendant was arrested and held in the Pulaski County jail in lieu of a $25,000 cash or surety bond. The Prosecutor’s Office also requested a no contact order for the defendant to have no contact with the victim, which was granted.

On August 1, 2017, the Prosecutor’s Office filed the fifth motion to revoke the defendant’s probation.

On August 7, 2017, the defendant posted the $25,000 cash or surety bond and was released from the Pulaski County Jail.

On August 9, 2017, the defendant appeared in court, had a public defender appointed to represent him, and the case was set for September 6, 2017 for hearing.

On August 25, 2017, the Prosecutor’s Office filed the sixth motion to revoke the defendant’s probation.

On September 6, 2017, the Court set all of the defendant’s motions to revoke for hearing on November 8, 2017. The State subpoenaed its witnesses, to include the victim, for this hearing. The State announced that it will object to any further continuances in the case and the Court informed the defendant that the hearing will be held on that date absent compelling reasons.

On October 13, 2017, the Prosecutor’s Office filed the seventh motion to revoke the defendant’s probation.

On November 7, 2017, the Prosecutor’s Office filed new charges against the defendant for events that occurred that day. Those charges are Stalking in the First Degree, Tampering with a Witness, Property Damage in the First Degree and Harassment. The Prosecutor’s Office requested another warrant and the Court issued a warrant with a bond of $500,000.

On November 8, 2017, the defendant failed to appear in Court and a capias warrant was issued.

The Prosecutor’s Office met with the victim regularly in this case to keep her informed of the progress of this case and to listen to her concerns. The Prosecutor’s Office understands and shares her frustration with the speed of the criminal justice system. However, for the story to say that the Prosecutor’s Office has done nothing is incorrect.

The Pulaski County Prosecutor’s Office takes domestic violence crimes seriously. These crimes are some of the most difficult in the criminal justice system. Due to the difficulty of these cases, this office has an assistant prosecutor whose sole responsibility is the prosecution of these types of cases.

The Prosecutor’s Office remains committed to bringing Mr. Huizar to justice for his criminal conduct. The Prosecutor’s Office has filed numerous charges and motions to revoke his probation and intends to go forward on all of these charges and motions. There are several warrants for Mr. Huizar’s arrest. If anyone has any information on Mr. Huizar’s location, please report it immediately to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department or any local law enforcement agency.

The Prosecutor’s Office reminds everyone that the defendant in this case remains innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

MICHAEL TALLEY PLEADS GUILTY TO MURDER AND ROBBERY FOR HIS ROLE IN THE DEATH OF KEITH BRIDWELL IN BIG PINEY IN JULY 2016

Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that Michael Talley of Mountain Home, Arkansas, formerly from Dixon, Missouri pled guilty today to the charges of Murder in the Second Degree and Robbery in the First Degree for his role in the killing of Keith Bridwell in Big Piney in August. 2016.

Circuit Judge John Beger set sentencing for March 14, 2018 at 1 pm. Mr. Talley faces the possibility of a sentence of up to two life sentences in the Missouri Department of Corrections.

Mr. Talley’s co-defendant, Lindsey Debault, previously pled guilty to Murder in the Second Degree and Burglary in the First Degree. Ms. Debault agreed to cooperate with the State and provide truthful testimony against Mr. Talley. Her sentencing will occur once Mr. Talley’s case is complete.

“The hard work of the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department in investigating this case has allowed us to proceed to this point. I especially want to commend Detective Christian Butler for his investigation of this case.” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “These two pleas are a direct reflection of the solid evidence that Detective Butler and the Sheriff’s Department put together solving this murder.”

Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that the following defendants were sentenced to terms of imprisonment in the Missouri Department of Corrections in Circuit Court action over the last two months. Those offenders were:

Michael Harland of Richland. The defendant pled guilty to Child Molestation in the Second Degree and Statutory Sodomy. Judge Beger sentenced him to twelve years in the Department of Correction on the first count and seven years on the second count. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Angel Galarza of Staten Island, NY. The defendant was on probation for Domestic Assault in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Shaun Terry of Devil’s Elbow. The defendant pled guilty to Assault in the Second Degree. Judge Beger sentenced him to seven years in the Department of Correction. He was also on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. As a result of his plea of guilty, his probation was revoked and he was sentenced to seven years in the Department of Corrections on that count. The St. Robert Police Department investigated both of these cases.

Jacob Thompson of Isabella, MO. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Lindsey Swan of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Damion Alexander of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Assault in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Wiggins granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Tabitha Bartolomew of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Child Endangerment in the First Degree. On that charge, Judge Hickle sentenced her to four years in the Department of Corrections. She was also on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. As a result of her plea of guilty to a new charge, Judge Hickle revoked her probation and sentenced her to four years in the Department of Corrections on that count. The St. Robert Police Department and Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated these cases.

Wendy Koch of Laquey. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Jessica Lowe of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for Passing Bad Checks. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Wiggins granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Prosecutor’s Office Bad Check division investigated this case.

Crystal Nolting of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Fraudulent Use of a Credit Device. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

April Inman of Crocker. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Wiggins granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated this case.

Amber Ransome of Crocker. The defendant pled guilty to felony Driving While Revoked. Judge Hickle sentenced her to two years in the Department of Corrections. The defendant was also on probation for Property Damage in the First Degree. As a result of her plea of guilty to a new crime, Judge Hickle revoked her probation and sentenced her to two years in the Department of Corrections on that count. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and the Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated these cases.

Brandon Dennick of Springfield. The defendant pled guilty to Tampering in the First Degree. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The defendant was also on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. As a result of his plea of guilty to a new charge, Judge Beger revoked his probation and sentenced him to seven years in the Department of Corrections on that count. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and the Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated these cases.

George Smith of Rolla. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

Darren Toney of Waynesville. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Beger sentenced him to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Marlee Davy of Lebanon. The defendant pled guilty to Aiding the Escape of a Prisoner. Judge Wiggins sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Dylan Self of Richland. The defendant pled guilty to Assault in the First Degree. Judge Beger sentenced him to ten years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Dakota Barclay of Urbana, MO. The defendant pled guilty to Assault in the Second Degree. Judge Wiggins sentenced him to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Richland Police Department investigated this case.

Vanessa Miholic of Dixon. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

Dale Hayes of St. James. The defendant pled guilty to Domestic Assault in the Second Degree. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

John Jensen of Waynesville. The defendant pled guilty to Domestic Assault in the Second Degree. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Cody Westmoreland of St Robert. The defendant was on probation for Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Shannon Vanderhoof of Laquey. The defendant pled guilty to Failure to Appear. Judge Hickle sentenced her to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Jerome Williamson of Waynesville. The defendant pled guilty to Failure to Register as a Sex Offender. Jusgw Hickle sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Michael Poole of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Judge Wiggins sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Dixon Police Department investigated this case.

Reginald Gallop of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Stealing. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Robin Leyva-Okazaki of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Carey Timmons of St. Charles, MO. The defendant pled guilty to Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

Marcus Terry of Devil’s Elbow. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Clifford Unerwood of Lebanon. The defendant pled guilty to felony Driving While Intoxicated. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Dixon Police Department investigated this case.

Ronald Shaw of Villa Ridge, GA. The defendant pled guilty to Assault on a Law Enforcement Office in the Second Degree. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

“I commend the efforts of our law enforcement professionals throughout Pulaski County for their hard work getting these offenders off the street and in prison where they belong,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “These sentenced are a result of their dedication and efforts to help keep Pulaski County a safe place to live and raise our families.”

Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that Kevin Jennings of Crocker, was sentenced today in Circuit Court action by Judge John Beger. Jennings had previously pled guilty to the charges of Manslaughter in the First Degree as a prior and persistent offender and Felony Driving While Revoked. Those charges arose from a traffic accident on Missouri Highway 133 between Crocker and Dixon that killed the passenger in his vehicle, Tabitha Barnhart of Dixon, in November 2014.

Jennings was driving in excess of ninety miles per hour at the time of the accident, was under the influence of several different controlled substances at the time, lost control of his vehicle causing it to spin, leave the roadway, and strike a tree. Ms. Barnhart was a passenger in the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene. The Prosecutor’s Office asked for and received a search warrant for Jennings’ blood revealing several controlled substances in it at the time of the accident.

Judge Beger sentenced Jennings to fifteen years in the Department of Corrections for the Manslaughter charge and four years in the Department of Corrections for the Driving While Revoked charge. He ordered those sentences to run concurrent with one another, but to run consecutive to the six-year sentence Jennings is currently serving in the Department of Corrections for Possession of a Controlled Substance charge from Maries County.

“Unfortunately driving while intoxicated, whether it be alcohol or drugs, often results in tragedies like this,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “When you get behind the wheel while intoxicated, you need to be prepared to go to prison for a long time if you kill or injure someone, as this case demonstrates. I want to thank Trooper Greg Hackett and Trooper Scott Richardson of the Missouri State Highway Patrol for their hard work investigating this case. I also want to thank several Good Samaritan witnesses who stopped, helped as much as they could, and provided valuable information to the Troopers on the scene as well my office. Finally, I want to thank the victim’s family for their cooperation and patience through this process.”

This case was investigated by the Missouri State Highway Patrol. This case was prosecuted by Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman and Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys Ken Clayton and Matt Miller.

Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that the following defendants were sentenced to terms of imprisonment in the Missouri Department of Corrections in Circuit Court action over the last two months. Those offenders were:

Natasha Knock of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Richland Police Department investigated this case.

2. Dustin Richardson of Lebanon. The defendant pled guilty to Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer in the Second Degree and Escape. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to five years on the Assault charge and four years on the Escape charge in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case. Please note that Mr. Richardson remains charged with several other crimes and awaits trial on those charges as well.

Scott Green of Laquey. The defendant was on probation for Stealing. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Henry Barba of Crocker. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections on each count. The St. Robert Police Department and Crocker Police Department investigated these cases.

Garrett Wood of Salem. The defendant was on probation for Tampering in the First Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Brandi Brock-Loyett of Rolla. The defendant was on probation for three counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections on each count. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

7. Beth Harmon-Stoll of Richland. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. The defendant was also on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. As a result of her plea of guilty, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections on each case. The Lake Area Narcotics Enforcement Group and the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated these cases.

Brent Wagner of Osage Beach. The defendant was on probation for two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance and two counts of Assault in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years on the first count, five years on the second count, seven years on the third count, and seven years on the fourth count in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department, Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and the Crocker Police Department investigated these cases.

Alysha Cook of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Burglary in the First Degree and Forgery. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections on each count. The St. Robert Police Department investigated these cases.

Lucas Filson of Davenport, IA. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Jamel Holt of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Brittany Lehman of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Endangering the Welfare of a Child. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Daniel Loffler of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Billy Robinson of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Daniel Thorsen of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Shayla Glasscock of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Wiggins granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated this case.

Alecia Ludlow of Richland. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated this case.

Holly Mackley of Freeburg. The defendant was on probation for felony Driving While Revoked. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

Cody Carson of Crocker. The defendant pled guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated this case.

Edward Frank Nelson of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Unlawful Use of a Weapon. Judge Wiggins sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Alexander Doyle of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Sex Offender Being in a Prohibited Place. The defendant was also on probation for Sexual Misconduct with a Minor. As a result of the commission of the new offense, and failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections on each case. The St. Robert Police Department and Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated these cases.

Maurice Robinson of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Jerome Miller of Crocker. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

Fred Laux of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Assault in the Second Degree. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Dixon Police Department investigated this case.

Christopher Sandusky of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

Sara Smith of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Domestic Assault in the Second Degree. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Alfred Smith of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

David Kelly of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Felony Failure to Appear. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Prosecutor’s Office investigated this case.

Cory Barton of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Dixon Police Department investigated this case.

Jay McClure of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for Assault in the Second Degree and Domestic Assault in the Third Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years on one case and four years on the second case in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department and Waynesville Police Department investigated these cases.

Shawn Korschgen of Warrenton. The defendant pled guilty to Tampering in the First Degree. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Richland Police Department investigated this case.

Jeremy Dame of Lebanon. The defendant pled guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. Judge Wiggins sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

John Gonzales of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to six years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated this case.

Joseph Briggins of Sullivan. The defendant pled guilty to Sexual Misconduct Involving a Child. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to six years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Owen Broadway of Crocker. The defendant pled guilty Forgery. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Chris Harris of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Dixon Police Department investigated this case.

Nathaniel Askem of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Unlawful Possession of a Firearm. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Bryan Pratt of St. James. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Garrett Edwards of Richland. The defendant was on probation for felony Non-Support of a Child. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Child Support Enforcement Agency investigated this case.

“We continue our efforts to hold offenders accountable and these results show we continue to make progress,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “I commend the efforts of our law enforcement officers, probation officers, prosecutors on my staff and our local judges who work to get offenders like this off the street and into prison where they belong.”

TWO SEX OFFENDERS SENTENCED: DAVID MILCENDEAU SENTENCED TO LIFE IMPRISONMENT PLUS FIFTEEN YEARS,

DARIEN KISSEL SENTECED TO THRITY YEARS

Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman announces that in Circuit Court action this week, two sex offenders have been successfully prosecuted, found guilty, and sentenced to long prison sentences for their crimes. The offenders are:

David Milcendeau, DOB 7/1959 of Waynesville. A Phelps County Jury, on a change of venue from Pulaski County, found the defendant guilty of Child Molestation in the First Degree and Statutory Sodomy in the First Degree. The jury recommended that the defendant be sentenced to life imprisonment plus fifteen years. Judge Beger followed the jury’s recommendation and sentenced the defendant to life imprisonment plus fifteen years. This case was investigated by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and prosecuted by Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Ken Clayton and Bryce Crowley.

Darien Kissel, DOB 6/1997 of Richland. The defendant pled guilty to Statutory Sodomy in the First Degree at a pretrial conference. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to thirty years in the Department of Corrections. This case was investigated by the Richland Police Department and prosecuted by Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman and Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Ken Clayton.

“I am very proud that my office has sent five sex offenders to prison for significant prison sentences this month,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “Getting these sex offenders off the street and into prison makes Pulaski County a safer place to live. I want to commend the excellent police work of the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and Richland Police Departments for their investigation of these cases. I also want to thank the efforts of the staff at Kids’ Harbor for their work on these cases. Finally, I want to commend my staff for their hard work getting sentences such as these.”

Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman announces that in Circuit Court action over the last two weeks, three sex offenders have been successfully prosecuted, found guilty, and sentenced to long prison sentences for their crimes. The offenders are:

Jeffrey Waters, DOB 3-1982, of Waynesville. A Pulaski County jury, after a four day trial, found the defendant guilty of one count of Statutory Sodomy in the First Degree and one count of Attempted Statutory Sodomy in the First Degree. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to ten years on one count and eight years on the other count with the sentences to run consecutive for a total of eighteen years. This case was investigated by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and prosecuted by Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys Ken Clayton and Bryce Crowley.

Roy Collins, DOB 6-1963, of Brooksville, Florida, but originally from Laquey. The Defendant pled guilty at a pretrial conference to one count of Statutory Rape in the First Degree and one count of Incest. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to twenty-one years on one count and four years on the second count with the sentences to run consecutive for a total of twenty-five years. This case was investigated by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and the Brooksville, Florida Police Department and prosecuted by Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman and Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Matt Miller.

Brandon Monell, DOB 08-1989 of Crocker. The defendant pled guilty to one count of Statutory Rape in the Second Degree, one count of Child Endangerment by Sexual Contact, and one count of Possession of a Controlled Substances. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to six years on each count, with the sentences to run consecutive for a total of eighteen years. These cases were investigated by the Crocker Police Department and Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and prosecuted by Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman and Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Matt Miller.

“I know Pulaski County will be a safer place, especially for our children, with these three offenders in prison for a long time,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “I want to commend the hard work of the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and Crocker Police Departments for their investigation of these cases. I also want to thank the efforts of the staff at Kids’ Harbor for their work on these cases. Finally, I want to commend my staff for their hard work getting sentences such as these.

FORMER PULASKI COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT TRANSPORT DEPUTY CHARGED WITH SEXUAL CONTACT WITH AN INMATE

Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that Donald E. Sapp, DOB: 3/1957 of Lynchburg, Missouri was charged by Morgan County Prosecuting Attorney Dustin Dunklee with one count of Sexual Contact with a Prisoner.

In early January, a Pulaski County inmate disclosed to Pulaski County law enforcement officers that she had engaged in sexual activity with a Pulaski County Deputy during a transport from the Chillicothe Correctional Facility to the Pulaski County Jail. Pulaski County Sheriff Jimmy Bench immediately contacted the Missouri State Highway Patrol and requested the Division of Drug and Crime Control (DDCC) initiate an investigation into the matter. Sheriff Bench also placed Deputy Sapp on a leave of absence, ordered him to have no contact with the Department and Deputy Sapp resigned his commission with the Sheriff’s Department soon thereafter.

DDCC immediately began an investigation and obtained two search warrants with the assistance of the Pulaski County Prosecutor’s Office for DNA and a cell phone. In addition, DDCC conducted several interviews. In the process of this investigation, it was determined that the sexual activity most likely occurred at a conservation area located in Morgan County.

DNA results were obtained in late June confirming details of the inmate’s story. On June 29, 2017, DDCC investigators submitted a probable cause affidavit alleging the offense of Sexual Contact with a Prisoner. After coordination between the Pulaski County Prosecutor Kevin Hillman and Morgan County Prosecutor Dustin Dunklee, it was determined that the best venue for criminal charges was Morgan County as the sexual acts occurred there.

On July 5, 2017, Morgan County Prosecutor filed a complaint in the Circuit Court of Morgan County alleging one count of Sexual Contact with a Prisoner and requested a warrant. Judge Stephen Grantham issued a warrant in the amount of $50,000 cash or surety.A copy of the complaint and probable cause statement are attached.

The Prosecutor’s Office reminds everyone that these charges are merely an accusation and the person named herein remains innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

26 Offenders Sentenced to the Department of Corrections Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that the following offenders were sentenced to terms of imprisonment in the Missouri Department of Corrections in Circuit Court action over the last two months. Those offenders were:

1. James Sherrell of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Resisting Arrest, Escape, and Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer in the Second Degree. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to a total of 9 years imprisonment in the Department of Corrections, consecutive to the eleven years imprisonment previously imposed by Judge Hickle on a separate case. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

2. John Findley of Columbia. The defendant pled guilty to Assault in the Second Degree (by DWI). Judge Wiggins sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

3. Dakota Phillips of Crocker. The defendant was on probation for Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated this case.

4. Megan Coler of Dixon. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to six years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

5. Charles Lariver of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

6. Phillip Carter, Sr. of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Richland Police Department investigated this case.

7. Cissy Inman of Swedeborg. The defendant was on probation for Tampering in the First Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

8. Lester Vogt of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for Assault in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

9. Donald Winebrenner of Crocker. The defendant was on probation for two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections on each count. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

10. Joseph Kelly of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for Receiving Stolen Property. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

11. Rocky Fullington of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

12. Joshua Wills of Jefferson City. The defendant was on probation for Property Damage in the First Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

13. Jamie Hill of Nixa. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

14. Chandra Randall of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

15. Lucas Slawson of Dixon. The defendant was on probation for Failing to Register as a Sex Offender. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

16. Robert Baxter of Springfield. The defendant was on probation for Driving While Revoked and Failure to Appear. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections on each charge. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

17. Clarence Smith of Dixon. The defendant was on probation for felony Non-Support of a Child. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Child Support Enforcement Agency investigated this case.

18. Amanda Moran of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

19. Debra Baumgartner of Newburg. The defendant was on probation for Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

20. Brian Burns of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for Domestic Assault in the Second Degree. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

21. Jason Duvall of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation for two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections on each count. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

22. Benjamin Wieprecht of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation for felony Driving While Revoked. After failing to adhere to the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Wiggins granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

23. Justin Waters of Mexico, Missouri. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Hickle sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated this case.

24. Jason Rickerson of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

25. Sable Sutherland of Laquey. The defendant pled guilty to Domestic Assault in the Third Degree. Judge Beger sentenced her to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff's Department investigated this case.

26. Bill Bennett of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Headrick sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

“I want to thank all of the law enforcement professionals, from the patrol officer, to the detective, and in some cases onto the probation officer for their hard work in these cases,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “Pulaski County is very lucky to have dedicated law enforcement professionals who work hard to keep this a safe place for all of us to live.”

DAVID MILCENDEAU FOUND GUILTY OF CHILD MOLESTATION IN THE FIRST DEGREE AND STAUTORY SODOMY IN THE FIRST DEGREE

Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman announces that after a two-day jury trial in Phelps County, after a change of venue from Pulaski County, David Milcendeau of Dixon was found guilty of Child Molestation in the First Degree and Statutory Sodomy in the First Degree. The jury recommended a sentence of life imprisonment plus fifteen years, the maximum sentence allowed by law. The final sentencing by Judge Beger will take place at a later date after a Sentencing Assessment Report is prepared.

“This month my office has worked to get convictions on three sexual predators who preyed on young children in our community and send them to prison where they belong,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “Mr. Milcendeau’s crimes were particularly heinous and I know our community will be safer with him locked away in prison for the rest of his life. I want to commend the hard work of Detective Nicole Cunningham of the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department for her investigation of this case. I also want to thank the efforts of the staff at Kids’ Harbor for their assistance on this case. I want to commend my staff, especially Assistant Prosecutors Ken Clayton and Bryce Crowley for their advocacy and hard work at trial in obtaining a guilty verdict and a recommendation from the jury for the maximum sentence possible. Finally, I want to thank the jurors who heard the evidence in this case and saw to it that justice was served for this victim.”

Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman announces that in Circuit Court action over the last two weeks, two sex offenders have been successfully prosecuted, found guilty, and await sentencing for their crimes. The offenders are:

Jeffrey Waters, DOB 3-1982, of Waynesville. A Pulaski County jury, after a four-day trial, found the defendant guilty of one count of Statutory Sodomy in the First Degree and one count of Attempted Statutory Sodomy in the First Degree. Mr. Waters faces a sentence of no less than five years in prison and the possibility of life imprisonment for these offenses. Sentencing is set for June 21, 2017 before Judge Beger. This case was investigated by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and prosecuted by Assistant Prosecuting Attorneys Ken Clayton and Bryce Crowley.

Roy Collins, DOB 6-1963, of Brooksville, Florida, but originally of Laquey. The Defendant pled guilty at the pretrial conference to one count of Statutory Rape in the First Degree and one count of Incest. Mr. Collins faces no less than ten years in prison and up to twenty-five years under the plea agreement in this case. Sentencing is set for June 21, 2017 before Judge Beger. This case was investigated by the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department and the Brooksville, Florida Police Department and prosecuted by Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman and Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Matt Miller.

“I am very pleased that these two predators are off the street and heading to prison,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “I want to commend the hard work of Detectives Nicole Cunningham, Anthony Narug, Christian Butler and Deputy Lynn Bays of the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department, and Detectives Jeff Pasternak and Tracy Schofield of the Brooksville, Florida Police Department in their investigation of these cases. I want to thank the efforts of the staff at Kids’ Harbor for their excellent work on these cases and assistance they have provided to the victims. I also want to thank the victims for their courage in reporting these incidents and the victims and their families for their support and cooperation throughout the criminal justice process. I want to commend my staff, especially Assistant Prosecutors Ken Clayton and Bryce Crowley for their hard at trial in obtaining a guilty verdict on a difficult case. Finally, I want to thank the jurors, who took four days including a Saturday, out of their busy lives to see that justice was served.”

Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that the following twenty-two individuals were sentenced to terms of imprisonment in the Missouri Department of Corrections in Circuit Court action over the last two months. The offenders are as follows:

Christopher Pettijohn of Dixon. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Tampering with a Judicial Official. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to ten years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated the original case.

James Creighton of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Financial Exploitation of an Elderly Person. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to ten years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated the original case.

Benjamin Conway of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Wiggins granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated the original case.

M’Rae Ferguson-Smith of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Burglary in the First Degree. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Long granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated the original case.

William Uherka of Crocker. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated the original case.

Glenn Dover of St. James. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Methamphetamine Paraphernalia. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated the original case.

Jennifer Mullies of Richland. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated the original case.

Amanda Hoffman of Dixon. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated the original case.

Robert Knapp of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated the original case.

John Burton of La Cygne, Kansas. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated the original case.

Brandon Mcloud of St. Louis. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Driving While Revoked. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to two years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated the original case.

Devon Cardin of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Resisting Arrest. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated the original case.

Shaunna Lachance of Crocker. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Richland Police Department investigated the original case.

Loretta Harmon of Dixon. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Wiggins granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated the original case.

Zane Howser of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated the original case.

Michael Bagby of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated the original case.

Robert Watson of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Resisting Arrest. The defendant was also on probation after pleading guilty to Domestic Assault in the Second Degree. As a result of the new offense and failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. In addition, he was sentenced to four years in the Department of Corrections on the new offense. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated the original case and the Dixon Police Department investigated the new case.

Richard Hatfield of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated the original case.

James Shaffner of Richland. The defendant pled guilty to felony Driving While Revoked. The defendant was also on probation after pleading guilty to felony Driving Revoked. As a result of the new offense and his failure to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections in each case. The Missouri State Highway Patrol the original case and the Crocker Police Department investigated the new case.

Jessica Reid of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Crocker Police Department investigated the original case.

Lindie Gray of Independence, Missouri. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Stealing a Motor Vehicle. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Wiggins granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Richland Police Department investigated the original case.

Don Faulkner of Irondale, Missouri. The defendant pled guilty to two counts of Burglary in the Second Degree. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to four year sentences in the Department of Corrections on each count. The St. Robert Police Department investigated both cases.

“The hard work of our law enforcement professionals continues to show with these sentences,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “I, along with my staff, will continue to work with all of our hard working law enforcement officers in the County to ensure criminals like these are off the streets and in prison where they belong.”

LINDSAY DEBAULT PLEADS GUILTY TO MURDER AND BURGLARY FOR HER ROLE IN THE DEATH OF KEITH BRIDWELL IN BIG PINEY IN JULY 2016

Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that Lindsay Debault of St. James pled guilty yesterday to the charges of Murder in the Second Degree and Burglary in the First Degree for her role in the killing of Keith Bridwell in Big Piney last August.

The plea was part of a negotiated agreement wherein Ms. Debault will now cooperate with the State as a witness in the prosecution of Michael Talley. Mr. Talley is currently charged with Murder in the First Degree, Armed Criminal Action, Robbery in the First Degree, and Burglary in the First Degree for his role in the killing. His case is set for trial at the beginning of August 2017.

Circuit Judge John Beger set Ms. Debault’s sentencing for August 16, 2017.

“The hard work of the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department in investigating this case has allowed us to proceed to this point. Although there is more work to do to bring those responsible for the murder of Mr. Bridwell to justice, this plea allows us to focus on the case against Mr. Talley, the person the State believes the evidence points to as the primary assailant,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hilman.

Kevin Hillman, Pulaski County Prosecuting Attorney announces that the following thirty-four individuals were sentenced to terms of imprisonment in the Missouri Department of Corrections in Circuit Court action over the last two months. The offenders are as follows:

Keyago Stewart of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Robbery in the Second Degree. Judge Wiggins sentenced him to serve fifteen years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Demorae Turner of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Robbery in the Second Degree. Judge Beger sentenced him to serve nine years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Gregory Horton of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Robbery in the Second Degree. Judge Beger sentenced him to serve ten years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Jordan Principato of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Robbery in the Second Degree. Judge Wiggins sentenced him to serve seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Troy King of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Burglary in the First Degree. Judge Beger sentenced him to serve eight years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Kendrick McCulley of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Burglary in the First Degree. Judge Hickle sentenced him to serve eight years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated this case.

Tiffany Lindsay of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Sale of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated the original case.

Shannon Vanderhoof of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated the original case.

Jase Warner of Richland. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to two counts of Tampering in the First Degree. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to two four year sentences in the Department of Corrections. The Dixon Police Department investigated the original cases.

Adam Peters of Richland. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to felony Driving While Revoked. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Richland Police Department investigated the original case.

John Justin Smith of Rolla. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Dixon Police Department investigated the original case.

James Sherrell of Dixon. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of Methamphetamine Paraphernalia. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections on count one and four years on the second count. The Crocker Police Department investigated the original case. Please note that Mr. Sherrell still faces numerous other charges related to the escape from the Pulaski County Jail and those charges are still pending.

Patrick Epplett of Edwards, MO. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Passing Bad Checks. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Headrick granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections.

Shane Barnhart of Dixon. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance with the Intent to Distribute. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to nine years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated the original case.

Jamie Lear of Richland. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of her probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke her probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Richland Police Department investigated the original case.

Michael Holmes of Devil’s Elbow. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated the original case.

James Inman of Richland. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Passing Bad Checks. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections.

David Kelley of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to two counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections on each count. The Crocker Police Department investigated the original case.

Dakota Turner of Rolla. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Rolla Police Department investigated the original case. The Pulaski County Prosecutor’s Office was assigned as a special prosecutor in this case for the Phelps County Prosecutor’s Office.

Arnold Hall of Richland. The defendant plead guilty to Receiving Stolen Property. Judge Beger sentenced the defendant to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Michael Burton of Richland. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to five years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated the original case.

Shanna Payne of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Beger sentenced her to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

David Timmons of Dixon. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated the original case. In addition, the defendant pled guilty to Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Felon. Judge Beger sentenced him to five years in the Department of Corrections on that count. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated that case.

Steven Chapman of St. Robert. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated the original case.

Leroy Vanderhoof of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Burglary in the First Degree and Tampering in the First Degree. Judge Beger sentenced him to five years in the Department of Corrections on each count. The St. Robert Police Department investigated the case.

Tadd Mansfield of Salem. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Beger sentenced him to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Craig Turner of Devil’s Elbow. The defendant pled guilty to Unlawful Use of a Weapon. Judge Hickle sentenced him to four years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Police Department investigated this case.

Heath Henderson of Lebanon. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Hickle sentenced him to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

Jason Foalden of Hilham, TN. The defendant pled guilty to two counts of Domestic Assault in the Second Degree. Judge Beger sentenced him to five years in the Department of Corrections on each count. The Richland Police Department investigated this case.

Matthew Brown of Dixon. The defendant pled guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. Judge Hickle sentenced him to three years in the Department of Corrections. The Missouri State Highway Patrol investigated this case.

Jesse Mitchell of Laquey. The defendant pled guilty to Stealing. Judge Hickle sentenced him to two years in the Department of Corrections. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated this case.

Maurice Robinson of St. Robert. The defendant pled guilty to Assault of a Law Enforcement Officer in the Second Degree. Judge Hickle sentenced him to four years in the Department of Corrections. The defendant was also on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Hickle granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to seven years in the Department of Corrections on that count. The Pulaski County Sheriff’s Department investigated both cases.

Ashleigh Marvin of Rolla. The defendant pled guilty to Burglary in the Second Degree. Judge Headrick sentenced her to five years in the Department of Corrections. The St. Robert Department investigated this case.

Eric Chu of Waynesville. The defendant was on probation after pleading guilty to Possession of a Controlled Substance. After failing to follow the terms and conditions of his probation, the Prosecutor’s Office filed a motion to revoke his probation. Judge Beger granted the motion and sentenced the defendant to four years in the Department of Corrections. The Waynesville Police Department investigated the original case.

“I commend the work of the law enforcement professionals from all of the agencies in Pulaski County for their hard work in investigating these crimes and providing us the evidence needed to send these offenders to prison,” said Prosecuting Attorney Kevin Hillman. “My office will continue to work hard to hold those who commit crimes accountable in order to keep Pulaski County a safe place to live and raise our families.”